Please help jakobie and his family in this difficult time

In June 2024, Mosgiel boy Jakobie, 12 , diagnosed 6y ago with ADHD, began displaying some unusual behaviors, these behaviors progressed quickly which started to impact his health, family life and education.

Jakobie ended up in the ed at Dunedin Hospital where he was sedated and sectioned for assessment at Waikari hospital.

After the initial assessment Jakobie was taken to Christchurch where there is a specialized Children Mental health facility.

Ongoing assessment of Jakobies symptoms took place , MRI scans of his brain and a lumber puncture to assist with a diagnosis.

Jakobie will remain at this facility for treatment and has since been diagnosed with severe OCD, possibility of Tourette’s syndrome plus

This once outgoing, social happy young boy, who was a keen football player in his community and enjoyed making memories with his family, has been robbed of his ability to live the life he once did.

Jakobie is still critical but in stable condition , due to his age it is vital for his family to be there to assist with his treatment plan which consists of a range of medication and Therapy.

This been emotionally challenging to jakobie and his family

unwanted stress on the financial side of things with jakobies mum Jolani not being able to work her usual hours,having to be in Christchurch and leaving her other son in the care of his grandfather in Mosgiel.

Reaching out to friends, family, and community to offer any support possible. Every contribution, will help with essential needs